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A member asked:
How come i'm wide awake at night and then sleep during the day, why is trying to reverse it impossible without medication?
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Sleep reversal: This is a complete reversal. There are several disorders that can do that, such as delayed sleep phase disorder. Try to avoid all medications, get up early in the morning with plenty of light, try staying awake during the day (plenty of coffee if needed - is very safe). Then you should be tired for the night. Otherwise sleep doc is useful.
Answered 11/27/2017
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